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Calcium 600 mg
Nature Made
4.6
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(1192 ratings)
Calcium 600 mg
Score 45.0
A basic calcium carbonate supplement with a good dose but a critical omission of Vitamin D3, making it inefficient for optimal calcium absorption and utilization for bone health.
Quantity: 0 Not PresentServings size: 1 Softgel(s) ( servings)
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Bone Health
Heart Health
Joint Health
Muscle Gain
Fitness
leaderboard Score 45.0
A basic calcium carbonate supplement with a good dose but a critical omission of Vitamin D3, making it inefficient for optimal calcium absorption and utilization for bone health.
Nature Made Calcium 600 mg provides a standard dose of calcium carbonate, which is an inexpensive source of elemental calcium. However, the lack of explicit Vitamin D3 in its formulation is a major deficiency. For calcium to be properly absorbed from the gut into the bloodstream and then incorporated into bones, Vitamin D3 is crucial. Without it, the effectiveness of this supplement for bone health is significantly compromised. Calcium carbonate itself can also be problematic for individuals with low stomach acid or those prone to constipation.
- Provides a substantial 600mg of elemental calcium per serving.
- Likely an affordable option (though price per serving is not provided).
- Does not contain Vitamin D3, which is essential for calcium absorption and bone health.
- Uses calcium carbonate, which may cause digestive issues and requires stomach acid for optimal absorption.
- Effectiveness for bone health is severely limited without co-supplementation of Vitamin D3.
$13.09($0.00 per serving)
 Vitacost | $ 13.09 | |
 Walmart | $ 18.83 | |
 Pure Formulas | $ 15.18 | |
 iHerb | $ 15.59 |
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 10 Calorie(s) |
| Total Fat | 1 Gram(s) |
| Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) | 10 mcg |
| Calcium (Calcium Carbonate) | 600 mg |
Categories
Calcium 45.0
As a standalone calcium supplement, its primary flaw is the omission of Vitamin D3, rendering the 600mg of calcium carbonate largely ineffective for its intended purpose of bone support.
Goals
Heart Health 50.0
Calcium is important for heart muscle function, but without Vitamin D3 (and ideally K2), there are theoretical concerns about where the calcium might deposit. While calcium carbonate is common, its limited absorption without D3 makes it less ideal for comprehensive cardiovascular support.
Joint Health 45.0
While calcium indirectly supports joint health by maintaining bone integrity, the lack of Vitamin D3 in this supplement means a significant portion of the calcium may not be absorbed, diminishing its beneficial impact on the skeletal structure around joints.
Fitness 45.0
Calcium is essential for muscle contraction and nerve impulses, supporting fitness. However, the lack of Vitamin D3 in this product means the calcium may not be optimally utilized by the body, limiting its potential contribution to performance and recovery.
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